adv Uncommon

rightfully

RYT-fuh-lee

Rightfully (adv) means In a manner that is legitimate, just, or deserved. Example: “She rightfully claimed the prize after winning the contest.”

adv

In a manner that is legitimate, just, or deserved.

"She rightfully claimed the prize after winning the contest."

How to use rightfully

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDeservedly or lawfully.

Common pairings

rightfully hers rightfully claim

more rightfully comparative, most rightfully superlative

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She _____ claimed the prize after winning the contest.

From rightful plus -ly.

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What does “rightfully” mean?

The word “rightfully” means in a manner that is legitimate, just, or deserved. In plain terms, deservedly or lawfully.

How do you pronounce “rightfully”?

“Rightfully” is pronounced RYT-fuh-lee (/ˈɹaɪtfəli/ in IPA).

How do you use “rightfully” in a sentence?

Here is “rightfully” used in a sentence: “She rightfully claimed the prize after winning the contest.”

What part of speech is “rightfully”?

“Rightfully” is an adverb.

Is “rightfully” a common word?

“Rightfully” is an uncommon word in modern English.

so very really actually indeed truly literally honestly